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Immerse yourself in a weekend celebration of all things natural colour! An intimate festival dedicated entirely to natural dyes, pigments, and inks, honouring the Land that provides them
Picture yourself at a weekend-long picnic on a dreamy traditional farm in the Northern Irish countryside, surrounded by fellow colour fairies, alchemists and the occasional hedge witch...
The Archipelago Festival of Colour is the first-of-its-kind weekend for crafters and families to explore plant-based dyes, pigments & inks through workshops and play!
️ Saturday 27 July will be an intimate day of workshops and specialised talks with very limited tickets. The activities include:
Deep ecology meditation with Justine Aldersey-Williams
Community indigo vat with Malú Colorín
2-part workshop on cyanotype printing and toning with natural dyes by Ashleigh Ellis
Presentation on the first pair of British-grown jeans (dyed with woad) by Justine Aldersey-Williams
Presentation on dye plant trials and the sustainable dye studio by Jennifer Lienhard and Tristan Lienhard
Votive charcoals and fireside tales with Annie Hogg
Other colourful experiences will be sprinkled throughout the day to make this an unforgettable gathering of new BFFs! Tickets are very limited to allow for a personalised experience in an intimate group setting.
️ Sunday 28 July will be a family fun day with a variety of activities, perfect for people of all ages and skills! It includes a colourful meditation for children, exhibitions, inky divination, live painting, craft demonstrations, talks, a community indigo vat, a colourful treasure hunt and other games. Vendors will have supplies and finished products available. Perfect for a family day out celebrating creativity and Nature's colourful gifts!
️ Tickets are available for each separate day or as a weekend bundle
All tickets include 3 daily meals
⛺️ Accommodation is not included, see our website for accommodation options on-site or nearby
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- All areas accessible to disabled visitors
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- Booking Required
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Station nearby
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £65.30 per ticket |
| Child | £31.38 per ticket |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
